Structural glazing is a load bearing component of a building. Large, often frameless, high-strength glass facades, walls and floors create a contemporary, seamless aesthetic that maximises natural light.
Sustainability has emerged as one of the most significant driving forces in the UK construction and materials sectors. No longer viewed as an optional trend, it now represents a core business imperative, one that is influencing everything from material selection and product design to manufacturing methods and supply chain operations.
Cracked or failing glazed panels can quickly become a serious problem for any property owner.
We specialise in structural glazing repairs – responding fast, identifying the root cause, and delivering a practical, long-term fix. Whether it is a single glass door in a residential property, a cracked shop front panel, or a failed canopy in a hotel entrance, we help property owners restore performance, safety, and appearance without unnecessary delays or disruption.
In recent times within our homes and workplaces, we seek more natural light and better design of interior spaces to increase the amount of natural light we can achieve.
Daylighting is common with todays Architects and Interior Designers, it is the practice of placing glazing, windows, skylights, other openings, and reflective surfaces so that sunlight can provide…
In these uncertain times the home is becoming more important than ever, as we spend more time indoors our appreciation of home comforts has never been so important. For many our homes need to serve multiple purposes, our interior spaces need to be flexible environments for both work and relaxation.
One of the most popular rooms in the house for relaxation is the bathroom, for many it is their sanctum, a space to clear the mind…
Glass partitions dramatically change the look and feel of an interior space, whether in an office environment or a more relaxed residential setting. There are several items to consider when looking to design glass partitioning.
First and foremost, it’s important to identify the exact purpose of the partition. Are you looking to maintain an open plan feel to an office…
It’s no secret that Heritage style glazing solutions are firmly back on trend and at the forefront of interior designers’ minds when it comes to creating fresh looking, urban inspired interior spaces. The slimline, industrial feel of these black framed windows and doors have massively grown in popularity.
In years gone by, if you’d wanted to install a secure fire-rated glass door you would probably have had to make sacrifices in the areas of design and aesthetics. Fortunately, as we move into the 2020’s, this is no longer the case. We are now able to develop stunning, aesthetically pleasing solutions that not only pass fire-rating standards but also fulfil on advanced level interior design requirements.
Leading structural glass specialists Glasstec Systems, of Upshire in Essex, have recently introduced their Lunax range of elegant all-glass frameless fire-resistant doors. Not only do they provide contemporary aesthetics with a real sense of light and transparency, they fully meet the requirements…
We are often asked by Architects and other design professionals for advice on glazing solutions. “We like this design/structure but how do we do it in glass?” is a common question we are happy to answer! Our design team can help to turn your structural concepts into completion.
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